Executive Director for new Cannabis Innovation and Research Center (“CT Can”), based in Connecticut
Seeking Executive director to create leading Cannabis Innovation and Research Center. Successful candidate will lead, develop, and implement the mission of this science-based institution. Must be able to attract researchers and innovators from multiple institutions and backgrounds to participate in the science-based study of Cannabis and its various applications. The Executive Director will also be instrumental in explaining CT Can to promote the center for potential donors and sponsorship. The Executive Director must build a collaborative organization that will become a magnet for other researchers on a global scale. The person in this position will need to identify and source funding from, potentially, public and private organizations. Will report to Board of Directors.
The base model of the CT Cannabis Innovation and Research Center is:
Central repository of all Cannabis-related research in Connecticut
Networking and synergies between disparate researchers and innovators in the cannabis space
Provide space to complete cannabis research
Consolidate and track patient, strain, and outcome data connected to cannabis and its use
Provide seed money, grants, and funding for cannabis research
Germinate new companies and entities based on science-based findings in cannabis space
Both publicly and privately funded
Donations
Sponsorship
State funding
Seed money
Coaching and mentoring in research → commercial journey
Qualifications:
Experience leading an organization that requires high energy and commitment
Ability to collaborate with with multiple large organizations, but also comfortable working in start-up situation
Creativity and teamwork important characteristics
Receptivity to new ideas with a commitment to sound business principles
Familiarity with regulatory environment helpful
Research experience helpful but not mandatory
All inquiries will be held in strictest confidence. Salary based upon experience.
Job Type: Full-time
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